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100

How does the Apostle Paul introduce himself at the opening of the Epistle to the Romans in chapter 1, verse 1?




A servant of Christ Jesus

Paul opens Romans by identifying himself as a slave/servant (doulos) of Christ Jesus and set apart as a called apostle


100

According to James 1:2-3, how should believers respond to various trials when they encounter them?


A.With sadness and deep despair

B) Consider it pure joy, knowing that the testing of your faith produces perseverance

C) By withdrawing from community until the trouble passes

D) By questioning whether God has abandoned them


 

B) Consider it pure joy, knowing that the testing of your faith produces perseverance
100

Name the top 5 words or phrase Donald Trump uses in almost every speech.

  • "Huge" / "Yuge" (39)
  • "Fake News" (25)
  • "Tremendous" (14)
  • "Beautiful" (11)
100

Name something people try to avoid talking about as they get older:

  • Their age
  • Their weight
  • Retirement / money issues
  • Health problems
  • Memory lapses
200

In Romans 3, after demonstrating that both Jews and Gentiles are under the power of sin, which verse summarizes the universal condition of humanity?

a. For the wages of sin is death.

b. There is no righteous , not even one

c. For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God

d. The heart is deceitful above all things

c. For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God

200

If any of you lacks wisdom, what does James 1:5 instruct you to do?

A) Study ancient Greek and Hebrew literature extensively
B) Consult only the senior elders in secret

C) Ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault

D) Wait patiently until time naturally reveals the answer


C) Ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault
200

Name top 6  cities in America that every tourist wants to visit at least once.

  • New York City (46)
  • Los Angeles (21)
  • Las Vegas (14)
  • Miami (9)
  • Orlando (6)
  • Washington, D.C. (4)
200

Name something people buy more of to feel young again

  • Anti-wrinkle creams / skin care
  • Hair dye
  • Sports cars / convertible cars
  • Gym memberships
  • Trendy clothes
300

Romans 6:23 famously contrasts the payment earned by sin with God's gracious gift. What is "the wages of sin"?







death

300

According to James 4:8, what promise is given if you "draw near to God"?

A) He will grant you material wealth and prosperity
B) He will draw near to you
C) He will remove all earthly trials and persecutions immediately
D) He will give you authority to judge your neighbors


B) He will draw near to you
300

Name a 5 famous American landmark or monument.




  • Statue of Liberty
  • Mount Rushmore (22)
  • The White House (15)
  • Grand Canyon (12)
  • Golden Gate Bridge (7)
300

Survey about Health & Lifestyle.

Name something older people like to do in the morning:


  • Drink coffee / tea
  • Read the newspaper
  • Take pills / vitamins
  • Go for a walk
  • Watch the early news
400

Romans 8:28 is a famous promise regarding God's providence. To whom does Paul write that "in all things God works for the good"?





 

to those who love GOD and have been called according to HIS purpose

400

In James 5:14, who does James instruct a sick person to call for to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord?







The elders of the Church

400

 Name a holiday that is celebrated heavily or exclusively in America.




  • Thanksgiving (52) (different day from Canada)
  • Fourth of July / Independence Day (36)
  • Super Bowl Sunday (6) (Note: Not an official holiday, but treated like one!)
  • Memorial Day (2)
400

Name something young people do that drives older people crazy

  • Stare at their phones all day
  • Play music too loud
  • Mumble / use slang
  • Dress too casually (or ripped clothes)
  • Drive too fast
500

According to Romans 10:9, what two components are tied together for salvation?

a.Keeping the Sabbath strightly and being baptized

b.Performing the daily temple rituals. 

c. If you declare with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved





c.If you declare with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved

500

How does James summarize the relationship between faith and works in James 2:17?

A) Faith is an internal emotion, while works are only for public display

B)Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead
C) Works replace faith once a person reaches spiritual maturity
D) Faith and works are opposing forces that constantly neutralize each other


B)Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead

500

 Name a sport that is considered uniquely or overwhelmingly American.




  • American Football (55)
  • Baseball (31)
  • Basketball (10)
  • NASCAR / Auto Racing (4)
500

Name a place where you see mostly older people:

  • Golf course
  • Bingo hall
  • Doctor’s waiting room
  • Early-bird dinner buffet
  • Cruise ship

1. Bingo Hall

2. Golf course

3.Doctor's waiting room

4. Early bird dinner buffet

5. Cruise ship


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